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A 6.2 magnitude earthquake in northwestern China's Gansu province resulted in 131 deaths, with 980 people injured and 16 missing. President Xi Jinping emphasized a comprehensive search and rescue operation to minimize casualties. This is the deadliest earthquake in nearly a decade, occurring in an area prone to earthquakes, with fault lines running across the Himalayas Mountains.
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How can China improve its preparedness and response to earthquakes, given the recurring incidents in the region?
In what ways can international cooperation be facilitated to aid the recovery and reconstruction efforts following such devastating natural disasters?
What are the potential environmental and geological factors that contribute to the high seismic activity in the Gansu province?
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